For #MeToo Movement, Mayor's Race in New York City Poses a Test
Briefly

The New York political landscape is undergoing scrutiny as three Democratic mayoral candidates, Andrew Cuomo, Scott Stringer, and Eric Adams, all face allegations of sexual misconduct. The ongoing #MeToo movement serves as a crucial test for these candidates, who have strongly denied the accusations. Despite the focus on broader campaign issues like public safety and affordability, women's groups are actively working to elevate these allegations in voters' minds, believing they should disqualify the candidates. Especially visible is the campaign against Cuomo, with activists vocally challenging his support among union members.
As three Democratic candidates for mayor of New York City—Andrew Cuomo, Scott Stringer, and Eric Adams—contend for votes, the #MeToo movement faces a significant test.
Erica Vladimer, co-founder of the Sexual Harassment Working Group, stated, 'We're here to remind everyone who thinks that they are supporting a man who's going to stand up for them, who he actually is.'
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